#1 Lack of Winter
I mean hello. The end of summer and beginning of fall always brings a promise of cooler days ahead. While the temps outside definitely ARE cooler, we just don't get very many "really cold" days. Give me a nice, clear, crisp 40 degree day and I'm in heaven - perfect running weather. Sadly, those don't come around often enough.
#2 Cray Cray Weather
Seriously, one day I am running outside in shorts and short sleeves and the next, I'm bundled from head to toe. As mentioned above, we do have a few "really cold" spells during the winter months, but they usually turn to warm and crazy humid the following day. Cray cray.
#3 Cute Winter Running Gear
Do I own any? Not really. Sad times. I just don't have the need for it! However, I do love long sleeved tops with thumb holes (I have a few)...one long sleeved pair of tights and a few dry fit jackets and you've got my winter running wardrobe.
#4 Sickness
With the weather going back and forth like it usually does around here in winter, people ALWAYS get sick on a routine and regular basis. I'm currently nursing sinus garbage right now.
#5 Random
While recovery from my recent oral surgery has not been near as rough as having my wisdom teeth removed, I do have occasional pain and discomfort. I was released to resume running yesterday, however Brayden didn't sleep very well on Wednesday night (like at all and I was home alone because my husband was on nights...go figure), so my brain gave in to a 2 hour afternoon nap on Thursday instead of running. I am regretting it a little because Thursday was one of those beautiful clear and crisp days I mentioned above but oh well...sometimes sleep is more important.
Bonus #6: I've been working on my Princess Half Marathon costume! Can't wait to reveal it next week...stay tuned! :)
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I hate this roller coaster weather. Its just a recipe for people to get sick.
ReplyDeleteYes! Exactly!!
DeleteI always knew I'd get sick with the crazy temperature swings in Texas. As soon as people started sniffling at work, I had Airborne.
ReplyDeleteOh definitely - that's a must for me as well!
DeleteI do not think my lack of winter would ever be a rant. I hate running in the cold. I feel less motivated. Maybe I need to move further down south.
ReplyDeleteOh goodness...running in the heat and humidity of late July and August, definitely makes me excited about running in the cold! :D
DeleteOn the upside think about all the money you are saving not having to buy lots of winter running gear :) I do love having all the seasons though
ReplyDeleteTrue...good point!!!
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